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New WVU Medicine cancer center opening in West Virginia

WebWHEELING, W.Va. — The Ohio Valley will soon benefit from a new, comprehensive, regional cancer center that the WVU Health System and the WV Cancer …

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What marijuana reclassification means for the United States

WebWASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. The Justice Department …

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WVDHHR changing eligibility system for family programs

WebCHARLESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources is changing its eligibility system, it announced Friday. In the past, …

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Marion County Health Department opens new vaccine …

WebUpdated: Oct 15, 2021 / 06:50 PM EDT. FAIRMONT, W.Va. – The Marion County Health Department opened a new vaccine clinic building in Fairmont. Sign outside of new …

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WVU researchers exploring long-term effects of COVID

WebLong-term COVID symptoms continue or even begin after the initial virus infection or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) include headaches, fatigue, “brain …

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Flu vaccination may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s WBOY.com

WebCLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — Research shows getting a flu shot may reduce a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s. A 2022 study of over 2 million elderly …

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Florida’s 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry …

WebBOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant, went into effect …

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Healthnet and WVU Medicine unveil new helicopter in …

WebOn Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 4, Healthnet Aeromedical Services unveiled and dedicated its new helicopter in a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new Airbus EC145e helicopter will …

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These are West Virginia’s most stressed counties

WebCLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) – According to data from County Health Rankings, West Virginia had among the country’s highest increase in mental distress …

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Medical facility holds grand opening in Fairmont

WebFAIRMONT, W.Va. – A Marion County doctor is offering a one-stop shop for the area’s healthcare needs. MedBridge held its ribbon cutting and grand opening …

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Ruby Memorial named best hospital in West Virginia

WebMORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WBOY) — WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital has once again been named the number one hospital in West Virginia, …

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Lyme disease is expanding in West Virginia, DHHR says

WebPreliminary numbers indicate in 2021, there were 1,542 Lyme disease cases across the state with others still being investigated. In comparison, there were 1,062 …

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Mon Health merging with CAMC Health

WebThe new brand will allow each facility to maintain its historical identity as the new name recognizes the partnership. Senator Joe Manchin released a statement on the …

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Walmart to close its 51 health centers and virtual care service

WebWalmart is closing its health centers and virtual care service after struggling to find success with the offerings, the U.S. retailer said Tuesday. The Bentonville, …

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Valley Healthcare WBOY.com

WebThe Crisis Residential Unit provides the following: · Daily psychiatric review and examination · Ongoing medication evaluation and management/withdrawal · Intensive one-to-one …

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Community Care of WV opens location in Weston

WebWESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — On Monday, Community Care of West Virginia held a grand opening, ribbon cutting and open house for its new location in Weston. The …

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Healthcare Hero: Jennifer Carr WBOY.com

WebUpdated: Sep 30, 2021 / 07:02 PM EDT. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – This week’s healthcare hero is Jennifer Carr, an Employee Health Coordinator for Mon Health Systems. Carr …

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CVS Health chops 2024 forecast as cost struggles with Medicare

WebCVS Health missed first-quarter expectations and chopped its 2024 outlook more than a dollar below Wall Street’s forecast. Shares of the health care giant plunged …

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Stonerise Healthcare sold to CommuniCare

WebBRIDGEPORT, W.Va – CommuniCare Health Services recently announced that it would be acquiring Stonerise Healthcare and its 17 centers that span throughout …

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Mary Lou Retton says she's still in 'vulnerable state'

WebMary Lou Retton says she’s in ‘vulnerable state’ months after still undiagnosed illness. Posted: Jan 8, 2024 / 11:04 AM EST. Updated: Jan 8, 2024 / 11:04 AM EST. …

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Amid pandemic WVU Medicine announces executive pay cuts, …

WebMORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Through an email to employees, President and CEO of the West Virginia University Health System Albert Wright announced a plan to …

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Treatment-resistant C. auris confirmed in WVU Medicine

WebA WVU Medicine Spokesperson confirmed that positive test on Monday, Dec. 11, but did not specify what facility. The spokesperson said that WVU Medicine is working with the health department to prevent the pathogen from spreading. An inpatient has tested positive for C. auris, an emerging pathogen that is spreading in the U.S.

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The Latest Israeli airstrikes on Rafah kill at least 22 people

WebIsraeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah have killed at least 22 people, including six women and five children, Palestinian health officials said. One of …

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